1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |